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Beef Hot Dogs

Beef Hot Dogs nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'beef'

Health ScoreModerate
65/100
Calories
298
Sugar
2g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (More potent than onion).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

⚠️ PROCESSED MEAT: Linked to colorectal cancer. (WHO / IARC)

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

Sodium Nitrate

A preservative commonly used in processed meats like bacon and jerky to maintain color. It can convert into nitrosamines in the body, which are known carcinogens.

Moderate Caution

Dextrose

A simple sugar chemically identical to glucose. It absorbs instantly into the bloodstream, causing rapid energy spikes and crashes. Often used as a filler.

Full Ingredients List:

beef, water, dextrose, salt, spices, sodium lactate, garlic, sodium diacetate, sodium erythorbate, paprika and extract, and sodium nitrate

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

OK

What you need to know

Fat in high quantity (26.3g)

A high consumption of fat can raise cholesterol and increase heart disease risk. Limit consumption.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in high quantity (10.5g)

High consumption of saturated fats increases the risk of heart diseases. Choose products with lower content.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (1.75g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in high quantity (2.54g)

High consumption of salt can cause raised blood pressure and stroke risk. Most people consume twice the recommended limit.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Low Sugar
  • Clean Ingredients

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains Sodium Nitrate
  • High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Registered Dietitian

"Sarah specializes in metabolic health and label decoding."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Beef Hot Dogs truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 65/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of Sodium Nitrate. A preservative commonly used in processed meats like bacon and jerky to maintain color. It can convert into nitrosamines in the body, which are known carcinogens. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

Nutritional Balance

With only 2g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 14g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Beef Hot Dogs achieves a CakeID Score of 65/100.

Consume in Moderation: It's not a health hazard, but it shouldn't be a staple in your daily diet due to its processing level or nutritional density.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 2.5g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beef Hot Dogs healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 65/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Beef Hot Dogs Vegan?
No. Contains 'beef'.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains Sodium Nitrate, which is flagged in our database.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
298
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26g33%
Saturated Fat 11g55%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 14g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 298 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

30
Run
37
Cycle
75
Walk

Sugar Visualization

Sugar Free

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.